A new dimension in band performance! Improve rehearsal efficiency through a more effective learning environment with access to the students' fullest musical potential. Emphasis is placed upon auditory and visual imagery techniques. Thinking skills and internal pulse are synchronized to assure consistent performance qualities throughout all types of literature demands.
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Edward S. Lisk is an internationally recognized clinician, conductor, and author. He is a graduate of Syracuse University School of Music with graduate studies at Ithaca School of Music, Syracuse University, and Oswego State University. He is an honored and elected member (48th) of the prestigious National Band Hall of Fame for Distinguished Conductors. He joins the ranks of notable conductors such as John Philip Sousa, Edwin Franko Goldman, Henry Fillmore, Col. Arnald Gabriel and Col. John R. Bourgeois, among many others. The National Band Hall of Fame for Distinguished Conductors is housed in a magnificent facility made available by Troy University in Alabama.
Mr. Lisk is the 2009 recipient of the distinguished Midwest Medal of Honor. The Midwest Medal of Honor was introduced in 1962 as a way to honor conductors, educators, and composers whose unique service to music education and influence on the improvement of bands and orchestras. The Midwest Medal of Honor was presented to Mr. Lisk on December 18, 2009 at the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, Illinois.
Mr. Lisk is an inducted member of the prestigious American Bandmasters Association and in the year 2000, served as the 63rd President of this distinguished organization founded by Edwin Franko Goldman. He has an active guest-conducting schedule that includes all-state bands, honor bands, university, and professional bands. He has served as guest conductor for the U.S. Air Force Band, Australian Wind Symphony, U.S. Interservice Band, U.S. Army Field Band and the U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own."
Recognized as a national leader for school band programs, and rehearsal/instructional techniques, his state, and national presentations continue to serve directors in building and improving band programs. The University of Alabama School of Music appointed Mr. Lisk to the distinguished 2007-08 Endowed Chair Position in Music Education. Since 1985, Mr. Lisk has served as an adjunct professor, appeared as a clinician/lecturer, adjudicator, and guest conductor throughout 46 states and 5 Canadian Provinces. He also traveled to Australia and presented sessions for the Australian National Band and Orchestra Clinic in Perth, Melbourne, and Sidney. He is the author of The Creative Director Series (9 pub.) published by Meredith Music Publications and a coauthor of the highly acclaimed 8-volume publication by GIA, Teaching Music Through Performance in Band. He is the editor for the Edwin Franko Goldman March Series for Carl Fischer Music Publications, which include, On The Mall March, The ABA March, Bugles and Drums March, Onward-Upward March and On Parade March.
Mr. Lisk is an appointed member of the Midwest Clinic Board of Directors and serves the John Philip Sousa Foundation as Vice-president for Administration. He is a past-president of the National Band Association ('90-'92) and served NBA as Executive Secretary Treasurer ('97-'02). He holds membership in several professional associations and is an International Honorary Member of Phi Beta Mu. He is the recipient of many distinguished awards and titles.
Mr. Lisk is the 2009 recipient of the distinguished Midwest Medal of Honor. The Midwest Medal of Honor was introduced in 1962 as a way to honor conductors, educators, and composers whose unique service to music education and influence on the improvement of bands and orchestras. The Midwest Medal of Honor was presented to Mr. Lisk on December 18, 2009 at the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, Illinois.
Mr. Lisk is an inducted member of the prestigious American Bandmasters Association and in the year 2000, served as the 63rd President of this distinguished organization founded by Edwin Franko Goldman. He has an active guest-conducting schedule that includes all-state bands, honor bands, university, and professional bands. He has served as guest conductor for the U.S. Air Force Band, Australian Wind Symphony, U.S. Interservice Band, U.S. Army Field Band and the U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own."
Recognized as a national leader for school band programs, and rehearsal/instructional techniques, his state, and national presentations continue to serve directors in building and improving band programs. The University of Alabama School of Music appointed Mr. Lisk to the distinguished 2007-08 Endowed Chair Position in Music Education. Since 1985, Mr. Lisk has served as an adjunct professor, appeared as a clinician/lecturer, adjudicator, and guest conductor throughout 46 states and 5 Canadian Provinces. He also traveled to Australia and presented sessions for the Australian National Band and Orchestra Clinic in Perth, Melbourne, and Sidney. He is the author of The Creative Director Series (9 pub.) published by Meredith Music Publications and a coauthor of the highly acclaimed 8-volume publication by GIA, Teaching Music Through Performance in Band. He is the editor for the Edwin Franko Goldman March Series for Carl Fischer Music Publications, which include, On The Mall March, The ABA March, Bugles and Drums March, Onward-Upward March and On Parade March.
Mr. Lisk is an appointed member of the Midwest Clinic Board of Directors and serves the John Philip Sousa Foundation as Vice-president for Administration. He is a past-president of the National Band Association ('90-'92) and served NBA as Executive Secretary Treasurer ('97-'02). He holds membership in several professional associations and is an International Honorary Member of Phi Beta Mu. He is the recipient of many distinguished awards and titles.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
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Great Book - Great Presentation - Directors Should Purchase,
By Tony Bancroft "Growing Your Musician: A Pract... (Rancho Palos Verdes, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Creative Director: Alternative Rehearsal Techniques (Paperback)
This book is outstanding! For years I have used the techniques presented in this book. There is no question about it, the techniques presented here will help your group improve and grow.I have used this book in Japan with the groups that I work with and every time I do, they always sound better and play better. It is interesting to see how the Japanese conductors use and re-use the material presented. There are so few outstanding books on this topic that this book truly rises to the top. You can employ the techniques in this book at all levels, early, middle, advanced and pro. After you try it you'll see what I mean. My middle school kids love the challenge and the semi-pro's in Japan I work with love it as well! It is both intellectually stimulating and fun. Along with this book, I suggest buying the performer copies and video. Take some time to really understand the way Lisk presents the information and then work the techniques into your routine(s). Once you get the hang of it, there are literally hundreds of ways to manipulate the techniques, so find some that help your group the most and don't overplay them - change them around - so as to keep the group moving ahead and growing. I can't say enough good things about this book and the techniques it offers - I think if you ask any great conductor about them they will all agree - this is indeed a fantastic teaching tool and a great approach to learning!
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This is a great book for bringing focus into every rehearsal. I use it every day with my high school concert band. It has helped each individual play with more confidence by not always having to rely on stronger players. It has helped them listen to each other and really think for themselves. It offers concrete ideas for improving dynamics, rhythm, intonation, tone quality, blend, articulation, and scales using endless creative methods that can be applied to specific pieces we are working on. The students learn to listen to each other and play as a group. This is the most useful book I have ever read on this topic. It is an excellent book I highly recommend to every conductor.
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A great resource to make our band play better without them knowing it. Great tips, advice and lesson plan to make the improvements happen. Why didn't I know about this book 10 years ago?
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The system of rehearsal techniques in this method allows the band director to improve rehearsal efficiency through a more effective learning environment with access to the students' fullest musical potential. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
alternative rehearsal techniques, total ensemble sound, major chord qualities, effective intonation, ensemble pulse, odd number combinations, silence variations, grouping assignments, voicing variations, rehearsal structure, poor tone quality, alternating choirs, chord color, students thinking process, mental pulse, quality groupings, rhythmic perception, listening concepts, digital patterns, chord quality, auditory reaction, internal pulse, musical learning, start scales, key tonality Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Brass Choir, Alternative Rehearsal Techniques, Teaching Procedure, Ruler of Time, Tune Band, Concert Group, Circle Release, Alto Sax, Chords Group, Jazz Ensemble, Sectionals Continue, Circle Brass, Forte Piano New!
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The system of rehearsal techniques in this method allows the band director to improve rehearsal efficiency through a more effective learning environment with access to the students' fullest musical potential. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
alternative rehearsal techniques, total ensemble sound, major chord qualities, effective intonation, ensemble pulse, odd number combinations, silence variations, grouping assignments, voicing variations, rehearsal structure, poor tone quality, alternating choirs, chord color, students thinking process, mental pulse, quality groupings, rhythmic perception, listening concepts, digital patterns, chord quality, auditory reaction, internal pulse, musical learning, start scales, key tonality Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Brass Choir, Alternative Rehearsal Techniques, Teaching Procedure, Ruler of Time, Tune Band, Concert Group, Circle Release, Alto Sax, Chords Group, Jazz Ensemble, Sectionals Continue, Circle Brass, Forte Piano New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Left Brain, Right Brain (Series of Books in Psychology) by Sally P. Springer in Back Matter
- The Silent Pulse: A Search for the Perfect Rhythm that Exists in Each of Us by George Leonard in Back Matter
- Introduction to the Musical Brain by Don G. Campbell in Back Matter
- Intangibles of Musical Performance: The Creative Director (Meredith Music Resource) by Edward S. Lisk in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Conducting -- A Hands-On Approach by Anthony Maiello on page 11
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